The COVID-19 pandemic has led to economic conditions unlike anything we’ve ever seen. As a result, philanthropic organizations are suffering in unimaginable ways and fundraising feels nearly impossible. Despite the overwhelming reports of financial troubles, your organization does not have to take on a bleak outlook. In fact, there are some organizations seeing a rise […]
“Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” — Warren G. Bennis If there is one thing that every leader knows, it’s that leading people through a crisis or unchartered territory requires grit and a solid team. That’s why it important for a board of directors to be made up of not skillful, well-rounded […]
For years, organizations and foundations have helped pull families and entire communities out of some of their toughest times. But what happens when a pandemic hits and the lifeline for the community finds itself in need? That’s exactly what happened when COVID-19 surged across the country. While some businesses and organizations found ways to pivot […]
Managing the finances of a household during the coronavirus pandemic is stressful, but for a financial advisor, the word stressful does not begin to explain the amount of pressure they’ve faced. Many financial advisors have found themselves in unchartered territories, trying to help others navigate a financial landscape unlike anything most people have ever seen. […]
In a new video series, Dave Sternberg convenes a group of BoardSource Senior Consultants to discuss governance issues amid the crisis. Marla Bobowick, Susan Decker, Katha Kissman, and Susan Meier share what they are hearing from nonprofit organization leaders about board meetings, strategic discussions, and other important governance matters.
Many people have drawn comparisons between the Great Recession of 2008 and today. But Eric Howard and Nick Parkevich discuss the lessons we can draw from 2008 and how this current situation is different.
Melissa Brown is a leading expert in fundraising research. As a key contributor and analyst for both the Fundraising Effectiveness Project and Giving USA, Melissa understands historical and contextual significance of fundraising right now.
Wende Julien, CEO of Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of Los Angeles, CA discusses changes to vital child-serving programs. She also shares with Dave their experience with an upcoming virtual fundraising event, direct mail and email campaign, and talking to major individual donors.
